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Asian Banks Tighten Defenses as Frontier AI Raises Cyber Risks

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Major banks across Asia are strengthening oversight of advanced artificial intelligence tools as next-generation cybersecurity models raise concerns that hackers could identify software vulnerabilities faster and launch broader attacks.

The shift follows growing attention around Anthropic’s new restricted-access cybersecurity model, Claude Mythos Preview, which the company says identified thousands of major vulnerabilities across leading operating systems and web browsers. While designed for defensive cybersecurity, the model has intensified concerns that frontier AI could also accelerate offensive cyber capabilities if misused.

Singapore’s largest bank, DBS, warned that such AI systems amplify cyber risk by increasing both the speed and scale of attacks. CEO Tan Su Shan said the technology could expand the “blast radius” of cyber threats, while also offering defensive advantages if deployed responsibly.

Other major regional lenders, including OCBC and UOB, said they are enforcing strict governance, internal guardrails, and rigorous testing before implementing advanced AI tools. Standard Chartered similarly acknowledged rising sophistication in cyber threats but described the trend as an escalation of long-standing risks rather than an entirely new category.

Regulators are also taking notice. Australia’s prudential watchdog recently warned that banks may not be adapting quickly enough to AI’s rapid evolution.

The broader concern is that frontier AI is reshaping cybersecurity into a dual-use battleground: banks can strengthen defenses faster, but malicious actors may also gain unprecedented speed in exploiting digital weaknesses. As financial institutions accelerate digital transformation, balancing AI innovation with security controls is becoming a critical operational priority.

Meta expands Llama AI access to U.S. allies in Europe and Asia

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Meta Platforms said Tuesday it will make its Llama artificial intelligence system available to U.S. allies including France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and South Korea, as well as to NATO and European Union institutions. The announcement follows U.S. approval for federal agencies to use Llama earlier this week.

Llama, a large language model capable of processing text, video, images, and audio, will now be deployed more broadly as part of Washington’s effort to strengthen digital cooperation with democratic allies.

Meta said it will work with partners such as Microsoft, Amazon Web Services, Oracle, and Palantir to deliver Llama-based solutions abroad. The company emphasized that its models are released largely free for developers, a strategy CEO Mark Zuckerberg argues will drive innovation, reduce reliance on rivals, and keep engagement strong across Meta’s platforms.

The U.S. General Services Administration confirmed Monday that Llama would be added to its list of approved AI tools for federal use, meeting security and legal standards. By extending access to allies, Meta and Washington aim to align AI infrastructure across friendly nations at a time of intensifying global competition in artificial intelligence.

Google and Chile Ink Deal for Trans-Pacific Submarine Cable to Boost Digital Connectivity

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Alphabet’s Google has signed a landmark agreement with the Chilean government to deploy a 14,800-kilometer (9,196-mile) submarine data cable linking Chile with Australia and Asia. The cable is expected to be operational by 2027 and marks the first submarine cable project in the South Pacific, reinforcing Chile’s ambitions to become a regional digital hub for Latin America.

“This is an important commitment with an extraordinary strategic partner,” said Chile’s Transport Minister Juan Carlos Muñoz, emphasizing the cable’s role in improving connectivity with Asian nations, particularly China, which is Chile’s largest trading partner.

Open Access and Broader Goals

Cristian Ramos, head of telecommunications infrastructure for Alphabet’s Latin America operations, confirmed that the cable will be open for use by other entities, allowing technology firms operating in Chile to benefit from the improved infrastructure.

The cable’s deployment comes amid escalating technological competition between the U.S. and China in Latin America, with submarine cables becoming increasingly significant in their geopolitical rivalry.

Though exact costs have not been disclosed, Chilean authorities had previously estimated the project’s cost to range between $300 million and $550 million, with Chile contributing $25 million through its state-owned partner Desarrollo País.

Applications in Mining, Science, and Industry

The cable is expected to deliver a range of benefits, including better performance for Asian tech platforms like TikTok, enhanced astronomical data transmission, and improved coordination for mining operations shared between Chile and Australia.

“Mining companies with operations in both countries can consider shared command centers where teams can support each other in real-time,” noted Deputy Secretary of Telecommunications Claudio Araya.

Deployment will begin next year from the Chilean port city of Valparaiso. Chile is also evaluating an additional link connecting the cable to Argentina, further expanding the project’s regional impact.

Future Expansion and Antarctic Ambitions

The agreement could encourage similar projects connecting South America with Asia, further strengthening Chile’s digital infrastructure. Separately, Chile is planning another submarine cable project to link the southern tip of South America with Antarctica, mainly for scientific research purposes.

The partnership between Google and Chile is not only a technological milestone but also a reflection of broader strategic interests as digital infrastructure becomes central to global economic and political influence.